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The Sunshine Coast

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:52:18 -0700

Christina Symons

With beach-side wildflower gardens, boutique nurseries and a warm, dry clime, this is a dream destination for gardeners.

Kelowna’s Hot Garden Trail!

Thu, 01 May 2008 12:05:12 -0700

Christina Symons

It’s only natural that sun-drenched beaches, estate wineries and orchard fruits come to mind when thinking of Kelowna in B.C.’s sunny Okanagan. But did you know there’s also a wonderful collection of public gardens, herb farms and plant nurseries to discover? Grab your shadiest garden hat as we explore Kelowna’s hot garden trail.

Tofino

Tue, 01 Jan 2008 18:43:00 -0800

Christina Symons

Nestled between rainforest and the open ocean, Tofino’s vantage at the edge of the Pacific Ocean on Vancouver Island is wild, wet and green. While many of us eagerly navigate the winding highway to reach the sandy shores of Pacific Rim National Park and surfing hot spots, gardeners will also have a field day discovering Tofino’s unique botanical allure

South Winchelsea Island

Mon, 01 Jan 2007 13:24:31 -0800

By Christina Symons

Can you imagine finding paradise atop a wild, rocky archipelago isle just 10 minutes from Lantzville (near Nanaimo) on the northeast coast of Vancouver Island? That’s just what we discovered on an early-spring visit to South Winchelsea Island.

Sooke Harbour House

Fri, 01 Sep 2006 14:54:14 -0700

By Christina Symons

A feast for all the senses, experience the incredible gardens at Sooke Harbour House, Sooke, B.C.